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How does a table lamp work?
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How a table lamp works begins with its cord, which gets plugged into an electrical outlet that provides a source of energy. Halogen and incandescent bulbs contain filaments. The filament in a bulb is a conductor of electricity. It’s attached to contacts made of metal that are connected to a power supply. This allows for electricity to flow through it. When the electrical current cycles through the filament, this component gets quite hot and emits light. Find a large collection of vintage table lamps on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024
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1980s Modern Sculpted Form Brass Table Lamp by Chapman Manufacturing
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a large scale modern sculpted brass table lamp and shade by Chapman. It is in working order and bears the maker’s mark. Minor age wear.
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Late 20th Century American Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Stilnovo Table Lamp, 1950s
By Stilnovo
Located in Vienna, AT
Rare Stilnovo table lamp from the 1950s. Marble base with two intertwining brass arms and shades lacquered in red and off-white. Nice original condition with some patina. Two origina...
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Marble, Aluminum, Brass
Swedish Grace, table lamp in pewter with beautiful shape, Sweden 1936 / Art Deco
Located in Stockholm, SE
A rare decorative table lamp in pewter with Swedish hallmarks. Swedish Grace 1936.
With signs of age and wear. One dent and one spot with smaller dents, probably a production flaw.
Category
Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Pewter
Mid Century Modern National Lighting Brushed Brass Mushroom UFO Lamp 21"
Located in Dayton, OH
Mid 20th century brushed brass two light table / desk lamp featuring sleek, classic mid century modern styling with round base and tapered column leading up to a flat topped mushroom...
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Mid-20th Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
$199 Sale Price
30% Off
Luxo/Lido Articulating Adjustable Architect’s Task Desk Lamp
By Luxo
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Classic architect’s drafting desk lamp. Iconic mid-century, modern design, fully functional adjustments, and clamp included. Original paint in good condition, fold coloring and prese...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Steel
Kamet Table Lamp Medium in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Kamet Table Lamp Medium in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal
Perhaps no greater ascent - physically or spiritually - is imagined than in the Himalayan range. These revered mountains are p...
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
